About
Founded in 2018, SWITCH Maritime is a private headquartered in San Francisco, United States specializing in Hydrogen.
SWITCH Maritime builds and leases zero-emission commercial vessels powered by hydrogen fuel cells and battery-electric systems. Founded in 2018, the company offers comprehensive zero-emissions-as-a-service solutions to fleet operators seeking decarbonization without capital expenditure. The flagship vessel, Sea Change, is a 70-foot, 75-passenger hydrogen fuel cell ferry that began commercial operation in San Francisco Bay in Q3 2024, featuring a 360 kW PEM fuel cell system and 100 kWh lithium-ion battery. SWITCH is developing three new vessel platforms: a 150-passenger ferry, a 300-passenger ferry, and an 80-car/300-passenger auto/passenger ferry, with first construction starting Q1 2026. The company provides vessel leasing, hydrogen fueling infrastructure design, permitting assistance, and grant application support to operators.
Headquarters
San Francisco, United States
Founded
2018
Company Type
Private
Funding Stage
Series A
Business Models
Value Chain
Service Regions
San Francisco Bay, United States, Global